Consultancy on Aquaculture Industry Analysis

Company Description

SNV is a global development partner, deeply rooted in the countries where we operate. Driven by a vision of a better world where all people live with dignity and have equitable opportunities to thrive sustainably, SNV strengthens capacities and catalyses partnerships that transform agri-food, energy, and water systems. We help strengthen institutions and effective governance, reduce gender inequalities and barriers to social inclusion and enable adaptation and mitigation to the climate and biodiversity crises.

With 60 years of experience and a team of approximately 1,600 people, we support our partners in more than 20 countries in Africa and Asia, tailoring our approaches to different contexts to achieve large-scale impact and create more equitable lives for all.

Our core values of people-centeredness and respect, equity and equality, and diversity and inclusion, are fundamental to who we are, and what we do. This is reflected in our vision and mission, and strategy, which sets out our aspirations and commitments as our compass towards 2030.

For more information on SNV, please refer to our website: www.snv.org

Project Information

SNV in collaboration with DeHeus feed company seeks an experienced consultant to formulate a comprehensive producer support & investment programme in the aquaculture sector. With fish being the primary protein source for most Cambodians, the sector faces critical challenges including overfishing, climate impacts, and limited producer capacity. This presents significant opportunities for sustainable aquaculture and feed supply development. The aquaculture sector is however facing serious barriers including lack of skills, knowledge and capacities in pest and feed management, unreliable quality of supply of fingerlings, and lack of financing options. SNV currently is looking for consultancy for Aquaculture support Investment Programme. The estimation for this consultancy will be 20 working days. This consultancy is contingent upon donor approval.

Scope of Work

Formulate and cost an investment programme focusing on three key intervention areas:

• Technical support to Upgrade breeding and hatchery facilities
• Capacity Building: Develop training materials and build producer capabilities in commercial aquaculture practices
• Financial Linkages: Create connections between producers and financial institutions through medium/large-scale aquaculture operators

Job Description

• Collaborate with DeHeus feed company to understand objectives, interventions and scope
• Conduct key informant interviews for cost analysis and financing options and develop an investment proposal
• Formulate a project document with programme activities, outcomes, and risk assessment

Deliverables

• Report consisting of analysis, investment/financing proposal, and formulated project design.

Qualifications

• Essential: Proven experience designing support and investment programmes in commercial aquaculture
• Strong interviewing and analytical writing skills (Khmer and English)
• Ability to work collaboratively with private sector partners
• Preferred: Climate finance experience

Additional Information

Interested consultants should demonstrate relevant aquaculture investment experience and submit their CV and financial proposal via the SmartRecruiter through provided link. The application should be submitted by Friday, 20th June 2025.

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